Clinical Research Nurse - Internal Only

UniSC Internal Careers; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Generous leave options

Salary packaging options

17% Superannuation

Job summary

UniSC Sunshine Coast invites applications for a Clinical Research Nurse based at Maroochy Private Hospital. The role combines hands-on nursing with trial coordination, data management and regulatory compliance, reporting to the Clinical Trials Operations Manager.

The position is full-time (36.25 hours/week), 2-year fixed-term, with potential after-hours roster to support confinement studies and time-sensitive trial activities. Applicants should have a Nursing degree and AHPRA registration.

Qualifications

• Completion of a degree qualification in Nursing with relevant experience or a Diploma equivalent.
• Current AHPRA registration for Registered or Enrolled Nurse.
• Experience with clinical trials and privacy/compliance knowledge is valued.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate safe nursing care within the clinical research protocol.
• Handle data collection, laboratory sample processing, shipping and document collation.
• Provide coordination to manage assigned research studies and regulatory compliance.
• Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care in a fast-paced trial environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computing skills

Privacy principles

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing degree

AHPRA registration

Enrolled Nurse endorsement

Tools

Database systems

EDC systems

Excel / spreadsheets

Job description

• UniSC Clinical Trials | UniSC Sunshine Coast – based at Maroochy Private Hospital
• Level 6, $95,986 - $103,873 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time (36.25 hours per week), 2 year fixed-term appointments available

The Opportunity

Join a dynamic and innovative clinical research team where your expertise will directly contribute to advancing healthcare outcomes. Reporting to the Clinical Trials Operations Manager, the Clinical Research Nurse plays a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while ensuring compliance with clinical trial protocols, ICH/GCP standards, UniSC CTC SOPs, and relevant regulatory requirements. This diverse and rewarding position combines hands-on clinical care with autonomous coordination and administration of clinical trials, requiring critical thinking, sound judgement, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex study activities. If you are passionate about research, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are committed to excellence in participant care and clinical trial delivery, we would love to hear from you.

Please note, this role requires flexibility to work outside standard business hours to support confinement studies and other time-sensitive trial activities (required to participate in an 24/7 confinement roster).

For more information, please visit us online: UniSC Clinical Trials

You will

• Plan and facilitate safe and effective nursing care with consideration of the clinical research protocol and be responsible for, and take carriage of the associated administrative duties including; data collection, laboratory sample processing and shipping and complex document collation;
• Facilitates the delivery of high-quality clinical research to improve the health care outcomes, the trial participant experience and treatment options;
• Demonstrates competence in nursing care as specified by registration requirements, NMBA standards and codes, educational preparation, legislation and context of care; and
• Provides highly specialised coordination to assist in the management of assigned research studies including.

About you

You are a compassionate and organised nursing professional who enjoys working with people and making a positive impact through clinical research. With strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to quality care, you can confidently manage priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team. You bring sound clinical knowledge, strong computer skills, and a professional approach to maintaining privacy, compliance, and participant wellbeing. Experience in clinical trials, phlebotomy, cannulation, and knowledge of ICH-GCP will be highly regarded.

You will possess:

• Completion of a degree qualification in Nursing with subsequent relevant experience or an equivalent combination of experience and Diploma qualification. Registered and Endorsed Enrolled Nurses must have current registration with AHPRA as a Registered or Enrolled Nurse. Enrolled Nurses must be medication administration endorsed;
• Phlebotomy and cannulation training and experience is highly regarded;
• Knowledge of ICH Good Clinical Practice and applicable regulations;
• High level computing skills (including databases, clinical trial electronic data entry, word processing and spreadsheets);
• Sound understanding of privacy principles governing health information;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team; and
• Previous Clinical Trial Coordination experience highly regarded.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] or call [phone].

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE)initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.